
France isn’t known for its cocktails. In fact, my French friends claim that they only ever drink apertifs and wine. That’s okay. I can still name a drink after a French region.
To make Gin de Provence, you will need lavender syrup. Don’t worry, though: I have a recipe for you here.
For Gin de Provence, shake with ice:
- 1 1/2 oz gin
- 3/4 oz Lillet
- 3/4 oz lime juice
- 3/4 oz lavender syrup
and strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Lay a fresh piece of basil on top, and you have a very floral gin drink that goes down easy but is more interesting than a standard sour. The lavender comes through, and the Lillet accents everything with its extremely flowery nose and flavor.